Responsibilities

• Sets communications strategy and oversees execution for all church ministries; provides occasional assistance to Preschool and KidZone (after-school) programs.
• Serves as the in-house webmaster, using WordPress, and maintains accurate, up-to-date, and accessible information for prospective and current members, as well as Preschool and KidZone participants.
• Coordinates and produces all written and digital newsletters and fliers, including the monthly Cornerstone.
• Manages the Mailchimp account and distribution lists, and produces the weekly e-blast.
• Manages church social media platforms and oversees regular, appropriate content.
• Maintain a Google Drive folder of photos of church activities.
• Prepares the Charge Conference communications report.
• Takes creative initiative to communicate the church's ministries and increase visibility within the wider community.
• Manages the Planning Center membership database and keeps information current.
• Monitors attendance pads and records, and communicates visitor information with the pastors for appropriate follow-up.

Requirements

• Ability to deal with people with sensitivity and compassion, and to maintain pastoral confidentiality and boundaries.
• Excellent interpersonal skills — warmth, responsiveness, and flexibility.
• Motivated self-starter who can complete projects successfully and on time, while also working collaboratively with a large office staff.
• Excellent written, oral, and graphic communication skills.
• Proficiency with WordPress, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Canva.
• Comfortable using AI tools to draft communications and reports, with sound judgment about accuracy and confidentiality (see RHUMC AI Use Policy).
• Prefer college degree and experience working and/or volunteering in a church or similar setting.

Benefits

• 403(b)
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off